universe of discourse

• Terme utilisé en logique, en linguistique et en philosophie pour désigner l'ensemble complet des entités, objets ou concepts pris en compte dans une discussion, un argument ou un système formel donné.

A term used in logic, linguistics, and philosophy referring to the complete set of entities, objects, or concepts under consideration within a specific discussion, argument, or formal system.

1. Set of entities in logicC1formal

   In logic and mathematics, the collection of all objects or entities under consideration in a particular discussion or analysis.

   univers du discours

   • In set theory, the universe of discourse defines the range of possible values for variables.
   • The professor explained that the universe of discourse for this problem includes only integers.
   • When analyzing a logical argument, you must first define the universe of discourse.

2. Context of discussionC1formal

   The specific domain, field, or context within which a conversation, argument, or analysis takes place.

   univers de discours

   • In a scientific debate, the universe of discourse is limited to empirical evidence.
   • The universe of discourse in this philosophical text is the nature of reality.
   • To understand the statement, you must consider its universe of discourse.